Wanda McKay

Wanda McKay Profile Photo

Characters played by Wanda McKay

Greta Vanderhorn — Jungle Goddess (1948)

Treated as a high priestess by an indigenous tribe, she initially sentences Bob to death before pleading with Mike to help her escape. She survives the betrayal and flight with Mike.

Kate Stewart — Texas Justice (1942)

A relative of the framed rancher Jack Stewart, seeking the truth.

Cherie Atterbury — Belle of the Yukon (1944)

Steve Atterbury's sister, Cherie arrives in Malemute with their wealthy father, C.V. Atterbury. Her arrival helps clear up the false impression that Steve is married: their father vouches that Steve is unmarried. This helps Steve return to Lettie and win her back, though the synopsis gives no other actions for Cherie.

Cathy Haines — Raiders of Ghost City (1944)

The Oro Grande company agent whom Idaho meets after he and Steve survive the train ambush and report to Colonel Sewell. She is part of the local setting in which the investigation into the stolen gold unfolds; the summary does not describe her taking part in the investigation or the later confrontation with the spies.

Lee Winfield — The Black Raven (1943)

Lee is traveling with Allen Bentley, and the two hope to marry in Canada despite her father Tim Winfield's opposition. The storm leaves them stranded at Amos's tavern, where Tim's arrival heightens the conflict surrounding their planned escape and marriage. Allen is later suspected of killing Tim, placing Lee's intended future with him under threat.

Evelyn Manning — The Golden Eye (1948)

A dedicated police officer and liaison who assists Chan in coordinating investigations, managing official case resources, and navigating corporate institutional barriers.

Connie Harcourt — Kilroy Was Here (1947)

A Benson co-ed who runs the college public relations office and edits the school paper. After Johnny gives her a lift, she later helps him overcome an entrance-credit problem by persuading Dean Butler to let him make up the credit. She publishes a story about "Kilroy" as part of Pappy's publicity scheme, which causes a breach with Johnny before she joins the effort to keep him at Benson.

Doris Bendix — Danger! Women at Work (1943)

Hitchhiker and millionaire's daughter fleeing an arranged marriage to a wealthy engineer. She becomes a primary target due to a substantial reward for her recovery, travels with the main group to Las Vegas, and ultimately reunites with her chosen fiancé, Tommy.

Betty Benton — Voodoo Man (1944)

Betty Benton is Ralph Dawson's fiancée and Stella Saunders's cousin. She informs Ralph about Stella's disappearance, visits Dr. Richard Marlowe with him, and becomes a new target when Dr. Richard Marlowe suspects that she may have the perfect affinity needed to restore Evelyn Marlowe.

Virginia — Jinx Money (1948)

Associate or informant in crime-themed films

Millie Jason — One Thrilling Night (1942)

Millie is Horace's newlywed wife, sharing their brief honeymoon night at a New York hotel before his military service begins. She helps investigate the body, escapes the gangsters with Horace, is kidnapped and tied up, and ultimately remains with him after the police resolve the confusion.

Girl on Theatre Stage (uncredited) — Life with Henry (1941)

A fleeting performer appearing on a theatre stage in Life with Henry.

Career Overview

Wanda McKay has 55 screen credits in a career dating back to 1939. Their work spans 9 cinematic universes — most prominently Charlie Chan (Roland Winters) Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include Jungle Goddess, The Golden Eye, The Story of Life. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
female
Known Credits
55
Birth Date
1915-06-22
Birth Place
Portland, Oregon, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 9 universes

Frequent Collaborators

Credits